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The 1976 winner of the Newbery Medal, this novel tells the story of how the Logan family survives poverty and racism in the rural United States during the Great Depression of the 1930s.
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Topics: LIT.UP, Historical Fiction, C3, Racism--Fiction, LIT, UP, Audiobooks, Chapter Books (Long), Fiction
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The story of one man who believed he could make a difference, and in doing so, stood up to the entire United State government. A great story about how the American rule of law works and how one man can bring change the course of human events. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary)
Topics: POL, POL.US, C3, Filibuster--Films, Bills (Government), Laws (Government), US, Video
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In a world where every person is equal, those that exhibit above-average intelligence are kept in check via loud earpieces to distract them from thinking too much. Suggested Level: LS (Lower Secondary)
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Topics: LIT, LS, LIT.LS, Short Stories, Science Fiction, Mediocrity--Fiction, Gifted persons--Fiction,...
The story of a little prince from a nearby asteriod and his journey across the universe. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
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Topics: LIT, LIT.LP, C3, Travel--Juvenile fiction, LP, Audiobooks, Chapter Books (Long)
12 year-old Jonas lives in a society in which everyone is given a job. But when Jonas becomes the receiver of memory, he begins to discover the horrible truth about the society in which he lives. Suggested Level: UP (Upper Primary)
Topics: LIT, UP, LIT.UP, C3, Chapter Books (Long), Science Fiction, Ethics--Juvenile fiction, Social...
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Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter who rose to prominence in the 1960s thanks to his folk songs (many of which have themes of social protest). He later reacted against the acoustic folk movement by "plugging in", employing electric guitar and a full band in his recordings. His influence on many key artists in rock music (examples include John Lennon, Patti Smith, and Bruce Springsteen) has earned him special awards from U.S. President Barack Obama and the Pulitzer Prize...
Topics: Bob Dylan, Music--20th century, Music, Rebellion--Music, Folk--Music, MUS, MUS.US, US, Mp3s
In a society where all books are burned instead of read, one man will stand up for knowledge and literacy. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary)
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The Magic School Bus was a popular educational show in the 1990s. Its purpose was to break down harder scientific topics like astronomy, biology, chemistry and other topics into simple stories that kids can understand. The show follows Ms. Frizzle, a wacky teacher with a bus that can travel anywhere from outer space to inside the human body. Ms. Frizzle and her bus make education come alive for her dynamic class of third graders. The included episodes are: Inside Ralphie (Season 1, Episode 3):...
Topics: SCI, Magic school bus adventure series, Outer space--Exploration, Asteroids--Collisions with Earth,...
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Jimi Hendrix (1942-1970) was an American rock guitarist and the leader of The Jimi Hendrix Experience and Band of Gypsies, two musical groups of the 1960s. Although his music was famous for only a few years before his untimely death, Hendrix is considered to be one of the most important electric guitarists of the 20th century. This collection includes: All Along the Watchtower (original song by Bob Dylan) Fire Little Wing Purple Haze The United States National Anthem (original tune by John...
Topics: Rock & Roll--Music, Rebellion--Music, MUS, Music, Music--20th Century, Mp3s, MUS.US, US
The story of a world where all people have daemons, animals that have the ability to change shape depending on how their owners are feeling. Lyra, a young and adventurous girl, accompanied by her more conservative daemon Pan, embark on the adventure of a a lifetime in this fantasy classic. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary)
Topics: LIT, LIT.US, US, Belacqua, Lyra (Fictitious character), Missing persons -- Juvenile fiction, Quests...
Suggested Level: PR (Professional)
Topics: BUS, BUS.PR, Web 2.0--Economic aspects, Blogs--Handbooks, manuals etc., RSS feeds,...
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Winner of the 1967 Newberry Medal for Outstanding Children's Literature, this classic follows Claudia Kincaid and her younger brother Jimmy as they run away from home to live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. While secretly living in the museum, Claudia discovers a famous statue, supposedly carved by Michelangelo. During her investigation into this unique piece of art, Claudia stumbles upon Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, a remarkable old woman who teaches her about life, art and...
Topics: LIT, LIT.UP, Runaway children--Juvenile literature, Art--Juvenile fiction, Metropolitan Museum of...
The Rolling Stones (1962-present) are a British rock band famous for songs like Sympathy for the Devil , Gimme Shelter and You Can't Always Get What You Want . The band is mainly based in rhythm and blues, but is also a symbol of rebellion to many oppressed youths. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 and they are widely thought to be one of the best bands of all time. Songs included in this collection are: You Can't Always Get What You Want Jumping Jack Flash Beast of...
Topics: MUS, MUS.US, Rebellion--Music, Music--England--20th century, Rock & Roll--England, Rhythm &...
Suggested Level: LS (Lower Secondary)
Topics: REF, REF.LS, Research, Data--collection and analysis, Hypothesis--Handbooks, manuals, etc.,...
A proverb is a commonly used saying. This text defines many of the most common proverbs. Suggested Level: ALL
Topics: REF, Proverbs -- Dictionaries
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Queen was a British rock band circa 1970-today (if you want to be technical). They were very influential to the music and culutre of their time and for that they earned a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001. Their most famous songs include: The Bohemian Rhapsody, Somebody to Love, Killer Queen, We Will Rock You and Another One Bites the Dust. Suggest Listening Level: US (Upper Secondary)
Topics: Queen, Classic Rock, MUS, MUS.US, The Bohemian Rhapsody, Somebody to Love, We Will Rock You,...
English-Somali Phrasebook with Useful Wordlist
Topics: Somali, Dictionaries -- English language, Dictionaries -- Somali language, Somali language --...
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Topics: REF, Reference Books, Encyclopedias and dictionaries, Research--Case studies
Learn to Read is dedicated to teaching children how to read by focusing on the basics of words and grammar. Included videos are: -2 & 3 Letter Blending -Letter Sounds: A-E -Letter Sounds K-O -Oo, Ood, Ook & Ool sounds -Introduction to vowels Suggested Level: EE (Early Education) or LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: LAN, LAN.EE, LAN.LP, Phonics, Grammar, Learning to Read (Primary), EE, LP, Video
This collection of music includes: "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" by Elvis Presley "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley and the Comets "Splish Splash" by Charlie Drake (a cover version of Bobby Darin's original) "Surfin' Safari" by The Beach Boys "Yakety Yak" by The Coasters "Mr. Sandman" by the Chordettes Included in this collection is a PDF file of a classroom activity for secondary school students, in which they create their own...
Topics: bell, bell_music, Music--20th Century, Rock & Roll--Music, MUS.LS, MUS.US, MUS, Activity...
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Learn about the following topics in this colorful atlas: Ancient history, Hunter-Gatherers, Farming, Colonization, Assyrian Empire, Phoenicians, Neo-Babylonian Empire, Persian War, Peloponnesian War, Greek History, World Religions, Buddhism, Christianity, Chinese History, Han Empire, Roman Empire, Barbarians, Medieval World, Byzantine Empire, Tang China, Charlemagne, Vikings, African History, Holy Roman Empire, The Crusades, the Ottoman Empire, the Mongol Empire, the Black Death, the Plague,...
Topics: History, Ancient -- Atlases, LS, REF, REF.LS, REF.US, US, World history
A series about a young orphan girl who is taught to fight with books. She uses her powers to fight for justice and education. Included Episodes: Season 1, Episode 1: Villains Vadero Pajero and Baba Bandook conspire to shut down the girls school. Burka Avenger comes to the rescue and saves the day. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: SOC, SOC.LP, LP, C3, Fiction, Video, WOMEN'S EDUCATION, GENDER EQUALITY
The following is a collection of math textbooks that spans levels EE through US. The following items are included: Applied Mathematics by Examples Fundamentals of Math Math Level 1 Math Level 2 Math Level 3 Math Level 4 Math Level 5 Math Level 6 Math Level 8 Math Level 9 Fundamentals of Math (Levels 1-7) Algebra Explorations (Levels 1-7) Elementary Linear Algebra Introduction to Statistics Statistics Compendium Statistics for Health and Social Sciences Suggested Levels: EE-US (Early...
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Topics: MAT, MAT.EE, MAT.LP, MAT.UP, MAT.LS, MAT.US, Textbooks (Mathematics), EE, LP, UP, LS, US, Textbooks
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Wishbone was a very popular children's show in the 1990s. Its purpose was to teach children about the joys of reading. The show takes some of the most popular stories of all time and acts them out at a child's level. The protagonist is a young, spunky Jack Russel Terrier named Wishbone. The following episodes are included: Rosie, Oh, Rosie, Oh (Season 1, Episode 4): a re-telling of Romeo and Juliet , the story of two star-crossed lovers from feuding families. Cyranose (Season 1, Episode 7): a...
Topics: Wishbone (Television program), Wishbone (Fictitious character), LIT, LIT.UP, Faust, Wishbone...
This song was released in Febuary of 1966 and quickly moved its way to the #1 spot on the pop charts both in America and abroad. It is a unique part of the cultural zeitgeist and is worthy of being preserved. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary) Lyrics: You keep saying you've got something for me. something you call love, but confess. You've been messin' where you shouldn't have been a messin' and now someone else is gettin' all your best. These boots are made for walking, and that's just what...
Topics: SOC, SOC.US
Lean all about your favorite superheroes in this reference text! Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: Comic Books, REF, SOC, Encyclopedia, Superheroes--Comic books, strips, etc.
The Who (1964-1982) is an English rock band famous for songs like Pinball Wizard , My Generation and Behind Blue Eyes ; however less known songs like I Don't Even Know Myself really speak to what the band was about. They were able to capture the change in culture between the 50's morals to 60's lack thereof; a time that left a whole generation unsure about where they fit in to the grander scheme of things. Their sound was also highly transitional. The band combined Rhythm and Blues with Rock,...
Topics: MUS, MUS.LS, MUS.US, Rhythm and blues music--England, Punk rock music--Great Britain, Rock &...
Suggested Level: PR (Professional)
Topics: AGR, AGR.PR, Pesticides--adverse effects, Agriculture, Crop improvement, PR, Textbooks, manuals etc.
The story of a young princess that learns that looks aren't everything with the help of a dragon, a shallow prince and a paper bag. Suggested Level: EE (Early Education)
Topics: LIT, LIT.EE, EE, C3, Video, Short stories, Princesses -- Juvenile fiction, Dragons -- Juvenile...
A caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly in this classic children's story. Suggested Level: EE (Early Education)
Topics: LIT, LIT.EE, EE, C3, Picture Books, Video, Caterpillars--Fiction, Butterflies--Fiction,...
Joan Baez (1941- ) is an American folk singer, songwriter, musician, and social activist. Her work includes original compositions and covers of both traditional and contemporary songs. She continues to perform--and to speak out for social justice--to this day. This collection includes "House of the Rising Sun" and "The House Carpenter", two traditional ballads. "Ruby Tuesday" was originally written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of rock group The Rolling...
Topics: Music--20th Century, Joan Baez, Folk--Music, MUS, MUS.LS, LS, Mp3s
Suggested Level: ALL
Topics: REF, Dictionary, C3
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Schoolhouse Rock (1979-2009) was dedicated to teaching children everything from politics to grammar. Included are: - I'm Just a Bill: arguably the most popular song of the series. Teaches children how a bill becomes a law in the American judicial system. - Conjunction Junction : teaches children how to use conjunctions correctly to join phrases. - Unpack Your Adjectives : teaches children how to describe things using adjectives. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: POL, POL.LP, LAN, LAN.LP, C3, Grammar--Primary, Judicial System (American), LP
Leigh Botts, a troubled-elementary schooler, writes to his favorite author Boyd Henshaw for a class assignment--and the reply he receives changes his life. Two "discs" (files). Suggested Level: UP (Upper Primary)
Topics: LIT, LIT.UP, Family--juvenile fiction, Role models, UP, Audiobooks, Fiction
The following is a collection of all the Sherlock Holmes novels by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. These novels follow the adventures of the world's greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes and his friend and assistant, Dr. John Watson. Over the course of the novels, Holmes uses his above-average observation skills to solve crimes. But when Holmes and Watson come up against Professor Moriarty, a worthy but villainous opponent, will Holmes' intellect be enough to save them? Recommended Titles Include: A...
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Topics: Holmes, Sherlock (Fictitious character)--Fiction, LIT, US, LIT.US, Private...
A children's classic about a young bird that goes looking for its mother. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: LIT, LIT.LP, C3, Birds--Fiction, Mothers--Fiction, Motherhood--Juvenile fiction, LP, Fiction,...
Suggested Level: ALL
Topics: REF, Thesarus, C3
Elvis Presley (1935-1977) was an American musician whose heyday was in the 1950s and 1960s. The singer-guitarist's passionately performed tunes and outrageous dancing made him a hit with the youth as well as the object of parental disapproval. While the moral panic eventually faded, Elvis's legacy did not, and he is still celebrated today as "The King" of rock and roll. This sampler includes the following (all songs performed by Elvis and credited to their composers): Blue Suede...
Topics: MUS, Rock & Roll--Music, Music, Music--20th Century, MUS, MUS.LP, LP, Mp3s, Audio files
A young rabbit gets into trouble when he steals vegetables from Mr. McGregor, the farmer next door in this children's classic. Recommended Reading Level: LP (Lower Primary).
Topics: LIT, Rabbits -- Juvenile fiction, Children's stories, English, Peter Rabbit (Fictitious character),...
A dictionary of modern, written Arabic.
Topics: Arabic, Dictionary
An African-American family living in Michigan decides to move to the titular city in the American South. The tragic events they witness in Birmingham itself greatly affect the family as a whole. Suggested Level: UP (Upper Primary)
Topics: Family--juvenile Fiction, LIT.UP, Urban Violence, Siblings--Juvenile Fiction, C3, UP, Audiobook,...
An outline of U.S. History from its settlement through 2008. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary)
Topics: HIS, HIS.US, US, Textbooks, manuals, etc., United States -- History
An Arabic-English dictionary for Quranic Usage
Topics: Arabic, Dictionary, Quran
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word 2007 with this beginner-level textbook. Suggested Level: LS (Lower Secondary)
Topics: TEC, TEC.LS, LS, Textbooks, manuals, etc., Microsoft Word--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Learn about the following topics in this introduction to the field of Environmental Science: Scientific Method, Energy, Organic Compounds, Acids, Bases, Biochemical Reactions, Evolution, Darwin, Ecology, Food Chains, Climate, Biomes, Population, Biodiversity, Toxins, Renewable Energy, Atmosphere, Acid Rain, Ozone, Pollution, Climate Change, Water. Suggested Level: LS: (Lower Secondary)
Topics: Environmental sciences--Handbooks, manuals, etc., Organic compounds--Properties--Handbooks,...
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Topics: REF, HIS, History--Greece, History--Italy, HIS.US, REF.US, Mythology, Classical
Learn the basics of Microsoft Office Excel 2007 with this textbook. Suggested Level: LS (Lower Secondary)
Topics: TEC, TEC.LS, LS, Textbooks, manuals, etc., Microsoft Excel (Computer software)
In this classic French fairy tale, a young girl named Belle agrees to be imprisoned by a monstrous Beast to save her father from certain death. But is the Beast what he appears to be, or is there more to him than meets the eye. After all, who could ever learn to love a Beast? Suggested Reading Level: LP (Lower Primary).
Topics: Children's literature, English, Beauty and the beast (Tale), Fairy Tales, Fairy Tales--France,...
Allan Bloom's translation of Plato's Republic , which puts forth ideas about government, man, justice and the nature of a human soul. Suggested Level: US (Upper Secondary)
Topics: POL, POL.US, Justice (Philosophy), Pólis (Organization), Immortal soul, Government,...
Suggested Level: ALL
Topics: REF, Dictionary
This video provides children with a fun way to learn the alphabet. Suggested Level: EE (Early Education)
Topics: LIT, EE, LIT.EE, C3, Picture Books, Video, Alphabet books
The story of a young boy and his friend, a tree that will give anything to make him happy. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: LIT, LIT.LP, C3, Trees--Fiction, Sharing--Fiction, LP, Fiction, Short Stories
"One of the most controversial and acclaimed novels ever written, The Satanic Verses is Salman Rushdie’s best-known and most galvanizing book. Set in a modern world filled with both mayhem and miracles, the story begins with a bang: the terrorist bombing of a London-bound jet in midflight. Two Indian actors of opposing sensibilities fall to earth, transformed into living symbols of what is angelic and evil. This is just the initial act in a magnificent odyssey that seamlessly merges the...
Topics: REL, REL.LS, Country--India, Magical Realism, Plane crashes, Archangels--Fiction, Mental...
A literary classic about a family of ducks that find a home in the most unlikely of places. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: LIT, LP, LIT.LP, Picture Books, Video, C3, Ducks--Fiction, Boston (Mass.)--Fiction, Caldecott medal...
The story of Anansi, the West African trickster God and his attempt to trick people out of their loot and outwit a witches' curse. Suggested Level: LP (Lower Primary)
Topics: Fiction, Chapter Books (Short), Fables, Animal Main Character, Spiders--Juvenile fiction, LIT,...
A textbook that covers major events from the beginning of time until 1900. The text is divided first by time period and then by region and country within the period. Learn about the following topics in this world history textbook: Ice Age, Neanderthals, Mesolithic Age, Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age, Ancient Egypt, Greek Empire, Roman Empire, Nomads, Han Dynasty, Mayan Empire, Byzantine Empire, Dark Ages, Barbarians, Turkish Empire, Viking Empire, Vikings, Charlemagne, Classical Period,...
Topics: HIS, HIS.UP, UP, World history, History, ancient
Learn about the tradition of African oral literature in this text, which is widely considered to be one of the most important books written on the subject. Recommended Level: LS (Lower Secondary)
Topics: LIT, LIT.LS, Oral Literature, Storytelling--Africa
A Spanish to English dictionary of baseball terms.
Topics: Spanish, Baseball -- Dictionaries -- English language, Baseball -- Dictionaries -- Spanish...
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